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Review of Beyblade: Metal Masters on Nintendo DS

by Max Rathon Max Rathon photo Apr 2010
Cover image of Beyblade: Metal Masters on DS
Gamefings Score: 7
Platform: DS DS logo
Released: 04 Apr 2010
Genre: Action, Fighting
Developer: d-rights, Nelvana
Publisher: Takara Tomy, Hasbro

Introduction

Welcome to the wild and wacky world of Beyblade: Metal Masters, where spinning tops are basically the superheroes of the toy world, and the stakes are as high as the sugar level after a bag of jelly beans. If you ever wondered what it would be like to smash plastic discs against each other while chanting 'Let it Rip!' like a possessed parrot, then this game from the universe of Beyblade is for you. Get ready to unleash the beast... and some serious nostalgia.

Gameplay

The gameplay in Beyblade: Metal Masters is like a tornado made of spinning tops and poorly executed strategies, mirroring those epic Beyblade battles we've watched in cartoons. Players get to customize their own Beyblades - yes, because monogrammed tops are totally a thing - and challenge opponents in a dizzying array of arenas, where physics and logic take a backseat to spinning insanity. It's not just about launching your Beyblade into action; it's about timing, strategy, and unleashing some wild special moves that make you feel like a Beyblade wizard! And just to spice things up, there are also mini-games sprinkled throughout to help boost your Bey's power. Don't be too surprised if some of these mini-games feel like a mix of Sudoku and a clown at a unicycle convention.

Graphics

Now, let's talk about the graphics, which are a sweet mix of nostalgia and pixelated dreams. Imagine if the graphics from your childhood were put in a blender with a shovel full of color and topped with a sarcastic commentary on how these beys really should just stay in the toy box. The arenas are vibrant, almost blindingly so at points, and the Beyblades look sharp enough to cut through your expectations. However, don't expect cutting-edge graphics here; this is a funky throwback to the DS era, which means some textures look like they were made in MS Paint. So, if you're a graphic snob, you might want to grab your fancy encyclopedia about modern graphics instead. But hey, remember: it's all about the spin, not the looks!

Conclusion

In conclusion, Beyblade: Metal Masters might not win any awards for originality, cutting-edge graphics, or intense gameplay mechanics, but it delivers enough nostalgia and action-packed fun to satisfy any 18-year-old who grew up yelling at their Beyblade in a desperate attempt to get it to spin faster. Unleashing your beastly Beys in epic battles is exhilarating, and the customizations provide enough variety to keep the spinning alive. Sure, you might find yourself rolling your eyes at some of the mini-games, but they can be a hoot if you're feeling nostalgic. Just like the childhood days of watching kids battle it out at the park, this game evokes a sense of joy and friendly competition. So, go ahead, grab your DS and let it rip, because if life gives you plastic spinning tops, then you better make something fantastic out of them!

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